Beyond the question of ethics

Beyond the question of ethics

by | Oct 3, 2013 | Op-eds, Opinions

Seven months ago, Dr. Donald Low, known to the public primarily as a calming authority figure during the panic of the 2003 SARS outbreak in Toronto, was diagnosed with a brainstem tumour. He described the physical pain and loss of autonomy as intolerable. Five days...

In defence of ‘slacktivism’

by | Jul 16, 2013 | Uncategorized

Proponents of traditional activism have been quick to demean modern methods of protest, but traditional activism in North America hasn’t been particularly effective either. The problem domestically is finding causes that are close-to-home, focused, and novel. A strong...